O.S. 49PI Rotary Engine User Manual

This is an instruction manual for OS ROTARY ENGINE 49PI engine


O.S. 49PI Rotary Engine User Manual - cover page
Brand
ON Semiconductor
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
24
File format
PDF
File size
1.6 MB
Published
08 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
1E3E6373352897AE89246BC9288FD637

About this manual

The document serves as a comprehensive user guide for the O.S. 49PI rotary engine, emphasizing strict adherence to safety instructions regarding fuel toxicity, carbon monoxide exhaust, and propeller hazards. It details the operating principle of the Wankel system and provides specific guidance on glowplug installation and maintenance.

What's inside

  • Safety Instructions
  • Operating Principle
  • Basic Engine Parts
  • Glowplug Mounting
  • Starting Procedure
  • Running-in
  • Pre-flight Checking
  • Engine Care and Maintenance

Specifications

Displacement4.97 cc (0.303cu.in.)
Practical RPM2,500~18,000 r.p.m.
Power Output1.27bhp / 17,000 r.p.m.
Weight335g (11.8oz.)

Frequently asked questions

What type of glowplug is fitted to this engine?

The engine is fitted with a specially designed O.S. Type RE glowplug.

What fuel should be used for the engine?

The manual recommends using fuel containing a moderate percentage of nitromethane unless more is essential for racing events.

Is this engine suitable for use in enclosed spaces?

No, you should never operate the engine in an enclosed space because it exhausts deadly carbon-monoxide.

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